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entertainment20 hours ago•7 min saved

Metallica Launches Life Burns Faster Las Vegas Sphere Residency in 2026

Metallica announced a Life Burns Faster residency at the Las Vegas Sphere for October 2026, staging four two-night runs (Oct 1–3, 15–17, 22–24, 29–31) with two different set lists on each night. Pre-sale and VIP/travel packages go on sale in late February and March (travel/VIP Feb 27; seated pre-sale March 3; public on-sale March 6). The 17,500-seat Sphere, built for $1.8 billion, has hosted acts like U2. Metallica will also launch a European tour in May 2026; their latest album is 72 Seasons (2023).

via Ultimate Classic Rock|

#entertainment #las-vegas-sphere #life-burns-faster

entertainment2 months ago•1 min saved

Timothée Chalamet Makes History as First to Top Las Vegas Sphere for 'Marty Supreme' Promo

Timothée Chalamet promoted his upcoming film 'Marty Supreme' with an extreme stunt by appearing on top of the Las Vegas Sphere, which was transformed into a giant ping pong ball, as part of a creative marketing campaign ahead of the film's December 25 release.

via Rolling Stone|

#entertainment #film-marketing #las-vegas-sphere

entertainment4 months ago•5 min saved

No Doubt Announces Residency at Las Vegas Sphere with 2026 Dates

No Doubt is coming out of semi-retirement for a six-concert residency at Las Vegas' Sphere in May 2026, marking their first extended run since 2012, with tickets on sale starting October 17. Gwen Stefani will also perform a solo show in December 2023, and the venue will host various other major events.

via New York Post|

#2026-concerts #entertainment #gwen-stefani

entertainment4 months ago•2 min saved

No Doubt to Launch First Female-Headlined Residency at Las Vegas Sphere in 2026

Gwen Stefani will reunite with her band No Doubt for a six-show residency at the Las Vegas Sphere in 2026, making her the first woman to headline the arena, which has hosted major artists since its opening in late 2023.

via Billboard|

#concerts #entertainment #gwen-stefani

entertainment1 year ago•3 min saved

Phish Fan Banned from MSG Venues After Viral Bong Hit at Las Vegas Sphere

A Phish fan, known on Instagram as @acid_farts, has been indefinitely banned from all Madison Square Garden properties after posting a video of himself taking the first bong hit inside the Las Vegas Sphere. Despite the ban, he humorously shared the letter from MSG Entertainment on his Instagram, referring to it as a commemorative plaque. The incident has also highlighted MSG's use of facial recognition technology to enforce venue policies.

via Live for Live Music|

#entertainment #facial-recognition #las-vegas-sphere

music1 year ago•4 min saved

Bill Walton: NBA Legend and Beloved Deadhead Remembered

Dead & Company paid tribute to NBA legend and devoted Deadhead Bill Walton, who recently passed away at age 71, during their concert at the Las Vegas Sphere. The band honored Walton with special decals, visual tributes, and a heartfelt performance, including a finale of "Fire On The Mountain" accompanied by images of Walton and the band. The concert featured several Sphere debuts and a mix of Grateful Dead classics and covers.

via JamBase|

#bill-walton #concert #dead-and-company

music1 year ago•1 min saved

Dead & Company Extend Sphere Residency with New August Shows

Dead and Company have extended their "Dead Forever" residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, adding six more shows in August. Tickets go on sale May 31, with a presale on May 30. The residency features Grateful Dead members and utilizes the venue's advanced audio-visual technology.

via Rolling Stone|

#concert-residency #dead-and-company #grateful-dead

technology1 year ago•2 min saved

"Las Vegas Sphere: Unveiling the Future of 16K Content Delivery with Cutting-Edge Technology"

The massive Las Vegas Sphere, featuring the largest LED screen, utilizes 4PB of flash memory at 400 GB/s to deliver 16K resolution content both internally and externally. A joint project between Sphere Entertainment and Hitachi Vantara, the Sphere's high-res visuals are powered by 27 nodes streaming at 4K through Hitachi Vantara's software, with plans to optimize existing content and use an 18K-capable camera. The internal footage promises highly immersive cinema experiences, with content "wrapping" around viewers for an ultrawide multi-monitor-like effect.

via Tom's Hardware|

#16k-resolution #flash-memory #hitachi-vantara

crime2 years ago•3 min saved

Las Vegas Sphere Climber Causes $100K in Damage, Avoids Charges

Maison Des Champs, known as the "Pro-Life Spider-Man," caused over $100,000 in damage to the Las Vegas Sphere during a climb to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman. He taunted police, claiming he wouldn't be convicted. This is not his first stunt; he has climbed other buildings for similar causes. Des Champs and three others were arrested and released, with a court appearance scheduled for after the woman's abortion.

via New York Post |

#arrest #crime #las-vegas-sphere

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Pro-life Spiderman Climbs Las Vegas Sphere to Support Homeless Pregnant Woman"

Content creator Maison Des Champs was arrested after climbing to the top of the Las Vegas Sphere to raise money for a homeless pregnant woman named Isabel. Des Champs, known for his pro-life activism and previous skyscraper climbs, posted a video on Facebook stating his intention to help Isabel, who is scheduled for an abortion on Feb. 11. He was taken into custody by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and faces potential charges, while a spokesperson for Sphere Entertainment expressed gratitude to local authorities for their support.

via New York Post |

#crime #homeless-pregnant-woman #las-vegas-sphere

sportsentertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

"Las Vegas Sphere Unveils Epic Super Bowl-Themed Designs as Big Game Week Kicks Off"

The NFL is gearing up for Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas with the unveiling of The Sphere, featuring epic designs of the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers helmets. The state-of-the-art venue is set to become a promotional focal point for the event, with advertising rates reaching up to $2 million as game day approaches. The Sphere has already garnered attention on social media, and with its potential for high-profile promotions, it is poised to dominate the Super Bowl week festivities in Las Vegas.

via talkSPORT|

#kansas-city-chiefs #las-vegas-sphere #nfl

music2 years ago•2 min saved

"Dead & Company Set for Las Vegas Sphere Residency"

Grateful Dead drummer Bill Kreutzmann addressed Dead & Company's upcoming residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, expressing support for the band's performances at the state-of-the-art concert venue without directly confirming his own participation. The 18-show residency, featuring three-show runs on various dates in May and June, was announced earlier this week, with VIP Concert & Hotel Packages available for purchase. Kreutzmann's message on social media conveyed excitement for the band's return to Las Vegas and encouraged fans to enjoy the transformative experience.

via JamBase|

#bill-kreutzmann #dead-and-company #grateful-dead

music2 years ago•1 min saved

"Dead & Company Announces Las Vegas Sphere Residency Dates"

Dead & Company, the Grateful Dead offshoot band, is set to begin a six-week residency called "Dead Forever" at the Las Vegas Sphere in May, following in the footsteps of U2 and Phish. The residency will feature three shows per weekend with unique setlists and innovative visual storytelling, and fans can sign up for presale on the band's website. Original members Bob Weir and Mickey Hart, along with John Mayer and others, will be part of the lineup, but it's uncertain if original drummer Bill Kreutzmann will return for the residency.

via The A.V. Club|

#dead-and-company #grateful-dead #las-vegas-sphere

music2 years ago•0 min saved

"Dead & Company Set for Las Vegas Sphere Residency in 2024"

Dead & Company will reunite for a residency at the Las Vegas Sphere, playing at least 15 shows this spring after wrapping up a farewell tour last summer. The announcement follows a teaser clip posted to social media, and further details, including specific dates and ticket on-sale information, are still forthcoming. This makes them the third band to stage a residency at the Sphere, following U2 and Phish.

via Consequence|

#concert #dead-and-company #las-vegas-sphere

music2 years ago•1 min saved

U2's Historic Performance at Las Vegas Sphere for 2024 Grammys

U2 shared a video of their performance of 'Even Better Than the Real Thing' at the Las Vegas Sphere, where they are currently holding a residency until March 2. The state-of-the-art venue, featuring a dome-shaped wraparound LED screen, has faced financial challenges since opening. U2 will give a special performance from the Sphere at the upcoming Grammys and are reportedly working on a new album, with drummer Larry Mullen Jr.'s medical status affecting the recording process.

via NME|

#even-better-than-the-real-thing #grammys #las-vegas-sphere